2012 BMW K 1600 GTL Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 12%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 16,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine of the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL, 12% of the 33 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Three (3) k1600 gtl sudden engine cutoff events that I experienced on june 14, and june 16, 2013. This documents a significant safety concern on my 2012 Bmw k1600gtl. In three separate events, my k1600gtl engine shutdown at full speed (75 MPH, 55 MPH) while on the throttle with no advance notice. All three events were 'on the throttle' events - not coasting. The bike engine shutdown abruptly and the bike jolted forward. I had to take evasive action during all three events to get to the side of the road. I consider them to be significant near misses that could have caused a crash. …”
NHTSA complaint #10520335, filed 2013-06, 16,000 miles“The bike was only 2 years old and 18,000 miles and broke 3 of the 6 pistons so instead of replacing the motor then, they decided to rebuild with new pistons now only 2 years later more piston trouble only 12,000 miles this time now Bmw says its out of warenty !!!!”
NHTSA complaint #11056276, filed 2017-12, 30,000 miles“Greetings. I was notified earlier this year of a recall on my bike. The recall was issued in February, 2021 for a safety issue with the fuel pump. While my dealer has been very understanding and responsive, I am told the part is not available and they have no idea when they will be able to repair this important safety defect. It has now been over 8 months since the recall and there is no information about the required repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11438710, filed 2021-10Related recalls
- 13V526000Oct 25, 2013BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012 K1600 GT and K1600 GTL motorcycles. In certain riding conditions, an incorrect throttle…Covers: BMW K 1600 GTL 2012, K 1600 GT 2012
Related service bulletins
- 10151395Jun 1, 2016Engine sysmbol stays on after software update. Software error which is resolved with upgrade.
- 10156337Jan 1, 2016Engine warning lights come one when the vehicle is in motion. Throttle Fault "Comparison fault adapted values" is stored in memeory. Reprogramm DME.
- 10150092Jun 1, 2013Fault code memory entry Ox21F960, throttle valve
- 10049679Nov 1, 2012Bmw: if bsd communication is disrupted, oil level sensor data is no longer received by dme. Bsd communication fault(s), after repairs are shortly set, requires removal of…
- 10049439Oct 12, 2012Bmw: vehicles needs diagnosing for n63 misfire faults when service engine soon lamp is illuminated. Lack of diagnosing engine or fuel system could cause incorrect diagnosis and…
Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
10 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 BMW K 1600 GTL
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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